Contact Details:
Bachraj Ji Ka Bagh
9th Chopasni Road
Sardarpura, Jodhpur
RAJASTHAN INDIA
PH:+91-291-2641700
Mobile:+91-9314135700
E-mail:info@thekothiheritage.com
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Jodhpur City Overview and Sight
Seeing
| Jodhpur City Profile : |
| Area of Jodhpur City : |
Jodhpur The ‘Sun City’,75.50 sq. km |
| Population of Jodhpur City : |
1.50 mn Altitude: 230 Meters |
| Temperature : |
Summer : between 36.6 ° C to 42.2 ° C
Winter : Min: 10°C, Max:24°C |
| STD Code : |
0291 |
| State : |
Rajasthan |
| Best Season : |
November and March |
Jodhpur History
Jodhpur FortSet at the edge of the Thar desert, the imperial city of
Jodhpur echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the
desert. Once the capital of the Marwar state, it was founded in 1459
A.D. by Rao Jodha-chief of the Rathore clan of Rajputs who claimed
to be descendants of Rama - the epic hero of the Ramayana. The
massive 15th century A.D. Mehrangarh Fort looms on the top of a
rocky hill, soaring 125 Mts. Above the plains. The city is
encompassed by a high wall -10 km long with 8 gates and innumerable
bastions. A major trade centre of the 16th century A.D. the
fortress-city of Jodhpur is now the second largest city of
Rajasthan. |
Shopping in Jodhpur
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The usual Rajasthani handicrafts are available here, but Jodhpur is
famous for antiques. The greatest concentration of showrooms is
along the road connecting the Ajit Bhawan Hotel with the Umaid
Bhawan Palace. These shops are well known to western antique
dealers, who come here with wallets stuffed with plastic cards .As a
results, you'll be hard pressed to find any bargains. And keep in
mind that the trade in antique architectural fixtures is
contributing to the desecration of India's cultural heritage. Most
places can make you a piece of antique-style furniture and prices
aren't bad. Make sure you find out how much extra you'll end up
paying for customs charges in your home country. |
Places to Visit in Jodhpur |
- Umaid Bhawan Palace
The only 20th century palace built under the famine relief
project that gave employment to famine struck population. The
palace was completed in 16 years.
- Girdikot and Sardar Market
These colourful markets with tiny shops dotting the narrow lanes
are situated in the heart of the city and are popular for a wide
range of handicrafts, making them the favorite haunt of
shoppers.
- Mehrangarh Fort
The 5 km long majestic fort on a 125 metre high hill is one of
the most impressive and formidable structures. Although
invincible from the outside, the fort has four gates approached
by a winding road. Within the fort are some magnificent palaces
with marvelously carved panels , latticed windows and evocative
names. Not worthy of these are the Moti Mahal, the Phool Mahal,
the Sheesh Mahal, the Sileh Khana and the Daulat Khana. These
palaces house a fabulous collection of trappings of Indian
royalty including a superb collection of palanquins, elephant
hawdahs, miniature paintings of various schools, musical
instruments, costumes and furniture.
- Jaswant Thada
A cluster of royal cenotaphs in white marble built in 1899 A.D.
in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. Within the main cenotaph
are the portraits of various Jodhpur rulers.
- Girdikot and Sardar Market
These colourful markets with tiny shops dotting the narrow lanes
are situated in the heart of the city and are popular for a wide
range of handicrafts, making them the favorite haunt of
shoppers.
- Museum
The museum has an exquisite ensemble of paintings, sculptures
and antique weapons.
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Excursions |
- Balsamand Lake and Gardens (5 km)
A pretty lake built in 1159 A.D. A splendid summer Palace stands
by the lake side surrounded by beautiful gardens. An idyllic
spot for excursions.
- Mandore (8 km)
The ancient capital of Marwar has cenotaphs of the Jodhpur
rulers. The Hall of heroes has fifteen figures carved out of the
rock on the wall which represent Hindu deities. Its beautiful
gardens with high rock terraces make it a popular picnic spot.
- Mahamandir Temple (9 km)
Built in 1812 A.D. it is noteworthy temple with 84 carved
pillars.
- Kailana Lake (11 km)
The beautiful lake is an ideal picnic spot.
- Osian (58 km)
An oasis in the desert, situated on the diversion off the main
Jodhpur-Bikaner Highway. A drive to this ancient township takes
one past undulating terrain,punctuated by desert stretches and
little hamlets.Osian has 15 beautifully sculptured Jain and
Brahmanical temples. Of these the most outstanding ones are the
earlier Surya or Sun Temple and the later Kali temple,Sachiya
Mata Temple and the main Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavira.
- Dhawa (45 km)
A wildlife sanctuary with the largest number of Indian
antelopes.
- Nagaur (135 km)
An imposing fort with beautiful murals. It is also the venue for
a beautiful murals. It is also the venue for a week long cattle
fair held in Jan/Feb every year.
- Rohit Fort (40 km)
Now a heritage hotel, the fort is worth a visit.
- Luni Fort (20 km)
Now converted into a heritage hotel, this fort and its
surroundings are worth a visit
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